Moderasi Beragama di Tengah Keberagaman

Analisis Pemahaman Moderasi Beragama Perspektif Masyarakat Muslim di Kota Kediri

Abstract

Religious moderation is an important concept in maintaining harmony among diverse communities, including in the city of Kediri which has diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. This research aims to analyze the understanding of the Muslim community in Kediri City regarding religious moderation and how it is implemented in everyday life. This research uses a qualitative, descriptive-analytical approach with interview and participant observation methods to obtain data from Muslim communities at various social levels. The research results show that religious moderation is understood quite variedly. The Muslim community in Kediri tends to emphasize the importance of mutual respect and tolerance in interactions between religious believers. Apart from that, these values of tolerance are strengthened by local wisdom which has long been part of Kediri culture, so that social harmony can be well maintained. This study emphasizes the need for more intensive efforts in education and outreach about religious moderation at various levels of society to prevent radicalism and maintain unity amidst the reality of diversity.